Is Potato bad for health?

In Recent years, potato has gotten a bad reputation. Anyone who wants to announce to the world that s/he is on a diet, potato is the first one to get of the plate. Potatoes have gotten a bad reputation because the carbohydrates and a high glycemic index (can cause your blood sugar to spike compared to other veggies). But, all these factors have been marketed a bit too much. In fact, potatoes are good for you as long as you prepare them in a healthy manner.